University of Nottingham farm team. dad of 3, keen rower. All comments represent my own views. He/him
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"We’re seeing real change- on farms, in policy, and across the country."
As #WAAW2025 kicks off, BVA Jr. VP Gwen Rees reflects on a career that’s helping shape the future of veterinary medicine & antimicrobial stewardship.
#EAAD #KeepAntibioticsWorking
bva.co.uk/news-and-blog/blog…
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If you're feeling overwhelmed, remember that the #Vetlife Helpline is here to support you. Our free, confidential service is available 24/7 for all in the veterinary community.
You don’t have to face it alone - reach out today 💚
Find out more vetlife.org.uk/how-we-can-he…
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It’s not too late to vaccinate!
Hear why from a panel of industry experts and farmers on the latest #BattleBluetongue webinar, which is now available to listen back to online.
🔗 Visit the RH&W BTV-3 webinar library: bit.ly/4eGPoRB to watch again
#DoNotWaitVaccinate
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Members are invited to join the Vetlife Annual General Meeting on Thurs 11 Sep at 12pm - attend in person or online via Teams.
✅ RSVP by Mon 1st Sep to secure your place & get your meeting details.
📧 Email [email protected] to confirm.
We look forward to seeing you there!
I love these. They’d look great in any workplace coffee room!
Pause. Breathe. Reset. ✨
Our new #mindfulness breathing cards are designed to help you find calm - anytime, anywhere.
🐾 Made for the veterinary community
🧘 Simple, grounding exercises you can carry with you
Order here 👉 ow.ly/eK1150WlPFg
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We’re excited to be at #BVALive this week! 🎉
Visit us at stand J24 for free resources + exclusive Vetlife goodies.
Join us Fri 13th, 12:30pm in the Wellbeing Hub to hear about #TourDeVetSchool - Oscar Sinfield’s 1,000+ mile ride visiting all 12 UK vet schools for Vetlife! 🚴♂️
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Are you an early-career vet in the East Midlands or surrounding area? Join a free in-person #YoungVetNetwork #CPD event at Sheffield United F.C on emergency triage and RTA management.
🕢 7.30–9pm
📅 10 June 2025
RSVP👉 [email protected]
mybva.bva.co.uk/ems-event-ca…
I’m so excited that Vetlife is able to bring this resource to publication for the professions. Thank you to all involved in its production, Tanya for her awesome launch presentation, and @CencoraGlobal for their sponsorship.
Please do download it or order a copy from @VetlifeUK
A big thank you to all who joined us for our talk yesterday unveiling the new #Vetlife resource on burnout, moral injury and compassion fatigue.
Be great ifyoucpuld spend a few moments on this if you work with calves.
What do you think is the right way to treat sick calves?
🐮Calling All Cattle Farmers!
🎉 Win 1 of 5 £50 Amazon Vouchers!
✅ Quick & Easy – Takes just 15 minutes
📅 Act Now!
🔗 Click here to take the survey: forms.office.com/e/qP5zA7Dqb…
#FarmersVoice #Calves #SurveyGiveaway
This cannot be right - it’s sunny in Manchester! On my way to represent @VetlifeUK at @thebsava conference. Hope to see you there!
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📢 We need your input!
Help shape the future of #Vetlife’s support services. Your feedback is crucial in improving the care we provide to veterinary professionals.
📝 Take our quick, anonymous survey & share your thoughts! 👉 surveymonkey.com/r/7J52RHM 💚🐾
This was a lovely event to be at. Thank you everyone for making us welcome and buying tickets. Sorry if you won my wig!
A massive thank you to SPVS for raising a fantastic £3,678 for #Vetlife at their Congress raffle!🎉
With amazing prizes donated by generous organisations—and even a fancy dress wig up for auction—it was a night to remember! We’re so grateful to SPVS and everyone who took part ✨
I’d agree with what Liz says on here. An amazing job and a huge privilege to sit in this role.
"I’ve had a diverse veterinary career, but on reflection, I think I now have the best job in the world."
In this blog, BVA President Liz Mullineaux encourages vets who want to champion their profession to apply for the role of BVA Junior Vice President.
bva.co.uk/news-and-blog/blog…
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The festive period can be a tough time for many. If you are struggling and need someone to talk to, remember that the @VetlifeVBF Helpline is available 24/7, 365 days a year for all members of the veterinary profession.
helpline.vetlife.org.uk/
#BeKind #ChristmasOnCall
We would love to hear from you if you feel you are right for either of these roles at our charity.
We are currently accepting tenders for the following:
👉Management of Vetlife Helpline
👉Administration of Vetlife Helpline
Visit our website for more details:
vetlife.org.uk/jobs/
Please do not me and see us and take your chance to win this camera at @VetShow
We’re off to a flying start at London Vet Show!
Come and speak to our wonderful #Vetlife volunteers at stand Q15 to take part in our competition to win an instant camera, learn about our support and pick up some free goodies.
If you're at @VetShow please visit @VINCommunity and give their wheel of fortune a spin. Whatever it lands on, they will donate to @VetlifeUK . Simples!
I can definitely recommend @VetlifeUK as a great team to work with if this job might be of interest to you.
Want a job that makes a difference? Join the #Vetlife team!✨
We are looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Administrator to provide charity administration support, predominantly within our Financial Support service.
Find out more here: vetlife.org.uk/jobs/
